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Marquise Briala and I wish to convey our fondest wishes to the Inquisitor and all the Inquisition. Although I hope to pay a state visit to Skyhold in the near future, I fear the work of restoring what Gaspard has damaged requires too much of my time at present. My dear marquise has, however, found a suitable means of showing our appreciation.

Her friends found evidence of a Venatori plot against a Nevarran nobleman, Count Octavian. She believes they intend to ambush him on the road as he rides to Nevarra City to meet with King Markus. Relations between Nevarra and Orlais have never been friendly, and my interference would be taken badly. You, on the other hand, could warn the count, deprive the Venatori of their victim, and win support for the Inquisition in Nevarra at a single stroke.

I almost disregarded your warning, and thank the Maker I did not. Just as you said, Tevinter brigands ambushed me on the road to the capital. I lost two good men in the battle, but I would have lost more had we not been on our guard. I am humbled to admit that I am in your debt. Should you need a favor in Cumberland, you have one.